On Sunday while on vacation with his family in Mexico, Ex-Dallas Cowboy Larry Allen passed away. From 1994 to 2005 Allen spent twelve seasons playing with the Dallas Cowboys, accumulating seven All-Pros, eleven Pro Bowl choices, and one Super Bowl title.
Following the Cowboys’ announcement of his passing on Monday in a statement, Allen’s former colleagues paid homage.
Emmitt Smith played with Allen between 1994 and 2002 and was clearly distraught talking about the passing of his friend on an Instagram video.
Sitting on my back patio, I’m thinking back on one of the best offensive linemen I have ever seen. My daughter Skylar calls Larry Allen and me saying he passed away. One thing about Larry Allen, I know, he had a big heart and he enjoyed life to the fullest. I’m at a loss for words, such a good dude, amazing player, super person. On the football field, a man of extremely few words was a beast and will be dearly missed.
Troy Aikman responded on X, formerly Twitter, complimenting Allen on his behavior both on and off the field.
FAQ’s
Q. Who died Dallas Cowboys-related?
A. The Dallas Cowboys legend Larry Allen died this weekend in Mexico while on vacation with his family. Hall of Famer was 52.
Q. What NFL legend died at 52?
A. Legendary offensive lineman dies. The Dallas Cowboys announced Monday that 52-year-old Pro Football Hall of Famer Larry Allen died suddenly Sunday while on vacation in Mexico with his family.
Q. How big was Larry Allen?
A. Allen, at 6-foot-3 and 325 pounds, was the league’s strongest player. His 2001 bench-press of 700 pounds in the Cowboys’ weight facility left jaws agape.
